Fiat product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 16, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2013–2016 Fiat 500e

Recall number

16V303000

Brand / firm

Fiat

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 16,584 units

Why it was recalled

Loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Fiat 500e vehicles manufactured March 22, 2012, to January 29, 2016. The power inverter module (PIM) may experience voltage spikes which can cause the propulsion system to shut down and loss of motive power.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the PIM software, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S26.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.